2003 MG ZR vs. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, both 2003 MG ZR and 2003 Vauxhall Frontera were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2003 MG ZR. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2003 MG ZR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 700 kg more than 2003 MG ZR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 MG ZR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG ZR. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG ZR.
Compare all specifications:
2003 MG ZR | 2003 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | MG | Vauxhall |
Model | ZR | Frontera |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |